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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 17, 1917
Page
16
Boxing writer W. Cordett reviews currents in the lightweight division and notes Benjamin Lainert and Leonard as key names. The piece discusses recent fights, form, and potential matchups, highlighting Welsh and other contenders while assessing punching power, strategies, and the era’s top challengers.
Melbourne guest list includes John Sullivan Frank Boyd and Sam Bilal. discussions reference Australian talent and wrestling legends. Other names mentioned include Baker Milltond Gunter Foley and Clarence Wehidlier with notes on U.S. transport to Cleveland. Government appoints James Corbent as railway committee head.
Fragmented OCR text discusses backing for boxers Godfrey Ryan and Co with alleged financial issues. Mentions Tom Andrews Milwaukee and references to Australia visit plans and New York. Overall unclear but centers on funding and support for featherweight contenders amid uncertainty.
An unreadable OCR segment mentions old names and places with cryptic phrases about a referee, world events, and names like Dayle Hobimon Doyle and Jungitig. The text appears as garbled historical notes or verse with scattered references to people, years, and a misshapen scene.
War era boxing initiative forms a committee in Washington to teach boxing to soldiers. Notable members from New York Athletic Club and colleges plan a twofold program across the western United States, promoting physical fitness and defense readiness. The piece critiques narrow minded critics and highlights boxing’s role in soldier resilience.
Robert C. Wetnam known as Vernon, a longtime boxing figure and agent for Hambletonian boxers, died after complications from an intestinal operation. He was a friend of Jeffries, attended fights, and often wagered on bouts. His illness followed weeks of decline after the procedure, ending a career linked to New York and London boxing circles.
FreddIe Welsh announces the opening of his health farm in Somers Point New Jersey. The lightweight champion promotes a diet and exercise program featuring a balanced plan and religiously inspired regimen. The notice invites inquiries and visits to the facility operated by Mr THlailt MUTWtesh with staff ready to assist prospective clients.
The Stadium management announces a forty four round boxing menu with vaudeville acts. Main event features a ten round bout between Predsteckonan and Driver Dave Miller. A second match has George Eddy against Bill Wowk. Final of the paperweight division is set for tonight with a round of light entertainment featuring various stage acts and humorists. Smoking is allowed in all parts of the house.
Ambiguous 19th century missive discusses Mr Baker and the late Les Darcy, referencing Australasian affairs, Sydney accusations, and a defense of Mr Baker’s actions. It cites a letter from Baker about Davey and Darcy, noting perceived wrongs and calls for fair treatment. The text presents disputed facts and personal defense without clear resolution.
A fragmented wartime記 passage mentions trenches, officers, and machine gun positions. It describes bombardment, casualties, and a battalion in action, with blurred names and places obscured by the damaged text. The readable parts convey combat conditions and routine troop movements despite legibility issues.
Brisbane fans witnessed a packed ring night featuring three 40 round bouts at Bris bane Stadium. Rivers and Dicken battled fiercely with Rivers securing the win as Healy and Clifford provided sharp exchanges, while McCoy’s absence due to a separate bout reshaped plans for upcoming matchups.
In a close matchup at the Darcy Memorial event Shane Sears edged Acronmi to prevail by a slim margin. Bares Ua contributed key points for the winning side as the crowd cheered the late surge.
Yale women’s crew team secured a decisive victory at the regatta, defeating rivals in a tense race. The win showcased strong performances from standout rowers and highlighted the program’s ongoing development under coach leadership.
Godfrey defeats Jannese in a brutal ten round bout, delivering a decisive array of rights and hooks that topple the Sydney challenger. The match features fierce exchanges, a dramatic late surge, and crowd-pleasing action as Godfrey claims clear superiority before the stoppage.
A garbled passage mentions Pat Lebres and Terrance Huddy King with unclear references to health, travel, and a thriving business. The text includes stray names and phrases like Sydney and budbean ends without coherent context or dates.
In a crowded event at Fownpell Street, soldiers and cadets faced heavy rain as boxing showcases played out. Notable bouts featured Lynn Truscott and others with strong turns from Anderson, Broughton, and Shary, while the weather affected scheduling and attendance.
A garbled account mentions Les Darcy, Jack, and touring acts in a rambling narrative. Names like Melbourne, Adelsile express, and Uuskha Boy Ringe appear alongside scattered references to travel, performers, and a car journey, creating a jumble of figures and events.
A chaotic report details Bryant Meking making another move amid soaring winds and smoke. The scene unfolds near a seaside location with mentions of a dreml gun and a group called Voie. Authorities respond as a tense standoff emerges, with figures like Allese and Vale cited.
Fragmented OCR notes recount Jimmy Sharman's tour amid war talk and show logistics. Mentions Melbourne, Tasmanian venues, passenger passages, and show timing. References to critics, performers, and crowds with scattered names and places.
Sargents Limited promotes its catering and pure food provisions across tea rooms and cafes with a strong office presence at 252 Pitt Street Phowe. The campaign highlights extensive catering services and brand reach.
The London Sportsman June 27 recounts a boxing event at the Grenadier and names contenders like Curpney and Joe Beckett. It discusses candidates for a future match, mentions barroom chatter on who would win, and notes the possible venue at the National Sporting Club with talk of a 190 pound bout.
The Stadium Tonight publicist outlines a midweek program featuring busing in a Grecian garden and a terrace show. Gates open at 6 with three semi finals and finals of a journey. featherweights Jock Brown vs Bob Willamne, Tom Dwyer vs Jerry Sullivan, Jack Pinney vs Tom Ryan in four round bouts. heavyweights Alb Berazee Stan Phillips and others to appear. Vaudeville includes Biradnax skits, Prancole band, Henabey, Mani D’Aven tian, Metionel Duaslogera and dangerous acts.
Fragmentary report traces a heated dispute involving Morris Fulton and rivals over plans surrounding John Willard and political maneuvering. The text references New York origins, opposition efforts, and implied schemes within the labor and patent discussions, with speculation about participants and outcomes.
Disjointed passages describe a clash among figures labeled Willard Cucley and Jones amid boxing rhetoric and claims of double crossing. The text references a Queenstown ring and looming opponents, portraying a heated, uncertain public feud with mentions of a fight and shifting loyalties.
The Melbourne notes recount a chaotic report from the Victorida Fasthill League with mentions of Ural 000 payments, Coe Datesock handling gate receipts, Geoff Mariarty, and Barieken among others. Dislocations and injuries cast a pall as the Collingwood club funds and expenses are noted alongside a farewell to Greyjean and the late footballer and cricketer Lihee Corporal WeR Halchwee.
A detailed account from AITKEN SYDNEY describes bush cricket hardships and conditions. It notes rough ground, scarce proper wickets, and travel burdens for players and spectators. The piece discusses pitch preparation, soil quality, and the impact on batting and bowling, with emphasis on the strain of all day matches and the resilience of players.
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